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Brain Corp launches ‘Site Maps’ to advance automated robotic operations and fleet management

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Brain Corp, an artificial intelligence (AI) company creating transformative core technology in robotics, has released “Site Maps”, the latest feature of its BrainOS software for autonomous robots. The update is available to all its customers.

The Site Maps feature empowers facility managers using BrainOS-powered automated robots to gain advanced insights into their site operations, ensuring efficient operations and providing a complete picture of proof-of-work.

One of the major challenges faced by facilities managers is the difficulty in knowing what work has been completed and what has not. [Read more…] about Brain Corp launches ‘Site Maps’ to advance automated robotic operations and fleet management

McCoy’s Building Supply brings in Badger robots to help operate stores

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Badger Technologies, a product division of Jabil and specialist in retail automation, is rolling out in-store robots at McCoy’s Building Supply to elevate operational efficiencies and bolster customer-service excellence following a successful robotics pilot.

As a result, Badger Technologies multipurpose, autonomous robots empower McCoy’s stores to detect out-of-stock (OOS) and incorrectly priced products with more than 95 per cent accuracy while helping to decrease OOS products by up to 50 per cent. McCoy’s also improved price-tag accuracy by more than 97 per cent.

Based in San Marcos, Texas, McCoy’s Building Supply is one of the nation’s largest, privately held building supply retailers with 85 stores throughout Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma. [Read more…] about McCoy’s Building Supply brings in Badger robots to help operate stores

Boosting Field Service Accountability and Transparency with Timesheet Management Software

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Project delays lead to bad reputation among customers and increased execution costs. It also means additional budgeting for the workforce and a general sense of slacking in productivity.

Even though one uses timesheets in field services to track work – manually maintaining them via paperwork requires storage. It’s easy to lose data, while having no visibility on actual productive time spent by workers.

A timesheet management software provides the necessary visibility on field service execution on the job site. This article explores the benefits of using a timesheet management software to streamline time tracking. [Read more…] about Boosting Field Service Accountability and Transparency with Timesheet Management Software

Outokumpu becomes ‘first’ in steel industry to use robotics in safety management

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Outokumpu, a giant specialist producer of stainless steel, will start to utilize artificial intelligence and safety inspection robots to improve and digitize the company’s facilities’ health and safety monitoring.

Outokumpu recently signed a deal with a Swiss robotics company ANYbotics on autonomous robotics solutions and, in June 2023, the first ANYmal robot arrived to Outokumpu’s site in Krefeld, Germany.

Outokumpu claims this makes the company the “first in the steel industry to use robotics in safety management – supporting the vision of achieving the lowest accident frequency rate in the industry by 2025”. [Read more…] about Outokumpu becomes ‘first’ in steel industry to use robotics in safety management

How RPA Can Take Your Customer Experience to a New Level

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Are you tired of doing the same things over and over again?

Robotic process automation (RPA) uses cutting-edge technology to simplify business processes and streamline the following tasks:

  • Extracting data
  • Data transfer
  • Filling out forms
  • Moving files
  • System setup and more

In 2022, the RPA market was worth $2.7 billion globally, and it is projected to grow to over $66 billion by 2032. Many e-commerce business owners and marketers are already looking at how this technology can boost customer experience. [Read more…] about How RPA Can Take Your Customer Experience to a New Level

Navigating the Digital Workforce: Harnessing Technology for Effective Employee Management

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In an age where remote work is becoming the new norm and digital tools are an integral part of our daily workflow, navigating the intricacies of a digital workforce can be both challenging and thrilling. Gone are the days of water cooler chats and walk-ins to your employees’ offices.

The contemporary workspace is an amalgamation of video calls, instant messaging, and cloud-based collaboration tools. But how can you manage your employees effectively in such an evolving landscape?

Technology, when skillfully utilized, can be your greatest ally in leading a highly engaged and productive team. [Read more…] about Navigating the Digital Workforce: Harnessing Technology for Effective Employee Management

Best POS Systems for Glass Businesses 2023

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A Point of Sale (POS) system is a crucial tool for glass businesses to manage their sales, billing, inventory, quotes and estimates, and customer management.

The right POS system can streamline operations, enhance customer service, and provide valuable insights for decision-making. Find some best POS tools for your glass business.
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Tackling Kubernetes Costs: Tips and Tools

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Are you a busine­ss owner seeking to de­ploy applications at scale using Kubernete­s? Have rising costs been causing challe­nges in achieving your business goals?

Re­st assured, many others are facing similar obstacle­s. As Kubernetes continue­s to be the prefe­rred platform for container orchestration in the­ business world, understanding how to manage Kube­rnetes costs is esse­ntial for smooth operations.

This article e­xplores various tips and tools for reducing Kuberne­tes costs. It covers topics such as understanding the­ cost structure of Kubernete­s, effective budge­t planning, and much more. [Read more…] about Tackling Kubernetes Costs: Tips and Tools

Customer relationship management: Features, importance and leverage

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A study conducted by Salesforce found that 86% of customers are willing to pay more for a better customer experience. This primarily shows how essential it is to provide a flawless and interactive customer experience that extends the customer retention period and is an open channel to future endeavours. [Read more…] about Customer relationship management: Features, importance and leverage

Prime Robotics agrees warehouse automation partnership with Wulftec International

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Prime Robotics, a provider of intelligent end-to-end automation solutions for warehouse, distribution, and fulfillment facilities, has agreed a partnership with Wulftec International.

This agreement enables Prime Robotics customers to fully integrate Wulftec’s stretch wrapping technology with Prime’s pallet management solution.

In today’s hyper-competitive marketplace, end-to-end automation plays a critical role in the efficiency and success of fulfillment facilities. [Read more…] about Prime Robotics agrees warehouse automation partnership with Wulftec International